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August release notes 2022: Subscription management, Global Accounts, and webhooks
If you like recurring revenue, we have good news for you. You can now accept subscription payments from your customers in 170+ currencies and 10+ payment methods through Airwallex. It's just one of the ways we're making it easier for you to grow your business.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes

Net revenue retention and 3 things every venture capitalist looks for
If you run a SaaS business, net revenue retention (NRR) is a key indicator of customer success and may be a deciding factor for investors. Here’s how to calculate and optimise your NRR to secure funding.
•6 min

Start-ups
From seed to Series E: Understanding funding rounds
Your ultimate guide to funding rounds. Learn how to identify and impress investors and successfully raise funds for your business.
•8 min

Start-ups
Venture capital vs crowdfunding: What’s the right call for your business?
Looking to fund your start-up? You have a couple of options available. Read on to compare the benefits of venture capital vs equity crowdfunding.
•8 min

How to Hire for Success When You’re an Unknown Startup
Employees are your greatest asset, but how can you convince them to join your business? Here are some tips for hiring top talent as an unknown start-up.
•5 minutes

Choosing your North Star Metric
A North Star metric is a key measurement of your business’s success and ensures everyone on your team is aligned to a singular goal. Learn how to define your North Star metric and push towards sustainable growth.
•5 minutes

Airwallex news
July release notes 2022: Shopify integration, Borderless Cards and Payment Links
July might be holiday season for some, but we’ve spent most of this month indoors working feverishly on some great new features that will help you scale your business globally.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes

Accounting
EIN number: What it is and how to get one (2026 guide)
An EIN number identifies your business to the IRS. Learn what it is, who needs one, how to apply from anywhere in the world, and how to find one.
Shermaine Tan
•9 minutes

Airwallex news
June release notes 2022: Transfers, Global Accounts and digital wallets
This month, we've made some small but significant improvements to help you cut back on admin and needless fees. Take a look at what’s new for Airwallex in June.
Tilly Michell
•3 minutes

Airwallex news
May Release Notes 2022: bank feeds, invoices and workflows
You told us which features you wanted most, and we’ve been dropping hints about some nifty integrations for some months now. Today the time has finally come to roll a few of these out.
Shani Ishigaki
•5 minutes

How to calculate burn rate (the right way!)
Learn how to calculate gross and net burn rates to forecast your cash runway better. Understand what makes a good burn rate and how to improve it.
Shermaine Tan
•8 minutes

April Release Notes 2022: No more out-of-pocket employees
This month’s releases are kind of a big deal. Read on to learn more about how these new features came to be and how your business can take advantage of them.
Shani Ishigaki
•2 minutes

The Best D2C Platforms for International eCommerce
In recent years, even the most tech-adverse among us have embraced shopping platforms like Shopify, Woocommerce, Magento and others to easily shop online. This post will walk you through how to pick the best platform for your D2C eCommerce to be global from day one.
•7 mins

Transfers
Understanding the interbank exchange rate and what it means for your business
Understanding what the interbank exchange rate is, and how this impacts your FX rate, ensures you’re prepared when it comes to foreign currency exchange.
Shermaine Tan
•5 minutes

Corporate cards
What is a corporate card? How they work (2026 guide)
What is a corporate card? Learn how corporate cards work, the types available in Singapore, and how Airwallex helps businesses spend smarter across currencies.
•11 minutes

The best online marketplaces for selling your products internationally
Thinking of selling your products via international marketplaces? Here are some of the best online marketplaces for selling your products online across the globe.
•8 minutes

Airwallex news
Employee Airtime: Get to know our Financial Partnerships Manager in Singapore, Jee Lee Koh
"It's important to keep active, curious and take on challenges!" Get to know Singapore's Financial Partnerships Manager, Jee Lee Koh.
Jee Lee Koh
•4 minutes

Finance operations
How DTC eCommerce brand, Linjer, saved more than SGD$13,000 in FX fees
Learn how Linjer uses Airwallex’s multi-currency business account and corporate cards to save on FX.
•3 mins

Accounting
How to calculate ROI using this simple ROI formula
Learn how to calculate your ROI, how it impacts your business, and how it empowers you to make better investments for your business.
Shermaine Tan
•3 min

Technology
Break-even analysis: Formula and how to calculate it (2026 guide)
Learn what a break-even analysis is, how to calculate your break-even point with the formula, and how to lower it, with worked examples for Singapore businesses.
Alice Wong
•13 minutes

Finance operations
How our security & compliance works to protect your transactions
Airwallex’s Security and Compliance teams work hard to ensure all of your transactions are secure and fast.
Shermaine Tan
•4 mins
Corporate cards
How Bowtie uses virtual corporate cards to streamline its operations
Airwallex offers free virtual company cards that allow users to make online payments in multiple foreign currencies. Learn how Bowtie uses Airwallex to set-up free corporate cards for its employees and track their spending in real-time on Ariwallex’s online portal.
Alice Wong
•3 mins